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KMID : 1147720130060010056
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Journal of Acupuncture and Meridian Studies
2013 Volume.6 No. 1 p.56 ~ p.59
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Acupuncture for Management of Balance Impairment in a Patient with Bipolar Disorder
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Kim Kun-Hyung
Kim Jae-Kyu
Yang Gi-Young
Lee Byung-Ryul
Noh Seung-Hee
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Abstract
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A case is reported of unexplained unilateral thigh muscle atrophy and frequent falling with poor response to conventional conservative treatments in a patient with bipolar disorder who self-selected acupuncture treatment as a last resort. The patient experienced gradual improvements in lower extremity weakness and fewer falls during the 8-month treatment. No adverse event or aggravation of the bipolar disorder was observed. These outcomes suggest that acupuncture may be a feasible adjunct for reducing falling and restoring postural balances in patients with bipolar disorder.
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KEYWORD
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balance impairment, bipolar disorders, symptom management, Taegeuk acupuncture, traditional Korean medicine
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